If you want to wear makeup and still look natural, getting the right makeup artist is essential! Here come professionals to the rescue, like today’s podcast guest.
Sheena Bloomfield is a talented, self-taught makeup artist who specializes in makeup services for events and brides. Born and raised in Philadelphia, she displayed a passion for the design world, taking fashion classes at Moore College of Art and Design.
While she had fun creating garments, she discovered that she enjoys enhancing the beautiful features of women most. Even though she only started her business, Sheena Marie Makeup Artistry, four years ago, her work already comes across like a seasoned veteran of the industry. She’s gained notice for her work with multicultural brides in features on BET.com and Essence.com, in Philadelphia Magazine, and more.
Currently, Sheena serves the Pennsylvania tri-state area and beyond. In the little spare time available to her, she dedicates herself to her makeup artistry passion by attending classes and seminars and keeping up with the latest trends. And all the while, she holds fast to her personal aesthetic of natural and timelessly classic glam makeup.
Today, Sheena and I discuss her history and bridal makeup experience. We learn how she transitioned from fashion to makeup and hear her recount client stories, give tips and advice on choosing a wedding makeup artist, and reveal how she works with and supports brides on the day of their dreams.
So, sit back, relax, and sip on that tea or mimosa. You’ll enjoy listening to this one!
In This Episode:
[00:52] - Eilena introduces Sheena with a little bit of background information.
[02:29] - Surprisingly, Sheena wasn’t into makeup when she got married. She tells us how that changed and turned into a business.
[05:11] - Hear about how Sheena got to work behind the scenes at the PA Conference for Women.
[06:09] - What goes into making a bride look amazing but not unrecognizable? Sheena talks about her classic, natural style.
[07:08] - Sheena prefers doing bridal makeup trials where she can test out different combinations and uncover any possible allergic reactions before the big day.
[08:08] - Eilena asks how allergies play into the makeup products that Sheena uses and makes an apt comparison to the dating world.
[10:55] - We take a walk through the wedding day for Sheena. She emphasizes the importance of being on time.
[12:30] - What’s the largest bridal party Sheena’s ever done? What’s the hardest part about doing bridal parties?
[13:54] - Sheena’s natural aesthetic helps make the process of wearing makeup more comfortable for those who never have.
[14:50] - Does Sheena stay to touch up the makeup after the ceremony?
[15:27] - What question does Sheena always ask her clients?
[16:31] - Curious to know, Eilena asks Sheena how she handles a client who does want thick makeup instead.
[17:46] - Sheena reveals a surprising determining factor in whether or not your wedding day goes well.
[18:39] - Laughingly, Sheena recalls the client who hated her makeup (and why) and how she adjusted.
[20:44] - Finally, Sheena recaps her final tips to help brides define their makeup style for the big day.
Relevant Links:
Sheena Marie Makeup Artistry
Website | Instagram
The Wedding Tea
The Event Loft
Website | Instagram
PA Conference for Women
Website